U.S. East Coast port strike negotiation deadline extended

Exporters and importers have been given an extra three months of relief in USMX-ILA negotiations.

September 20 , 2012

Strawberry spike for Mexico in 2012

Mexico's strawberry industry is improving yields, exports and may look to new growing regions.

September 20 , 2012

Uruguayan blueberry crop to fall by 18.5% in 2012

The departure of some growers and varieties will mean a lower blueberry crop for Uruguay this season.

September 20 , 2012

Dynamic shift for Argentine blueberry exports in 2012-13

Argentina's blueberry industry expects a 'similar' export season to 2011 but with earlier timing.

September 19 , 2012

Tapping the Russian produce market: retail trends, growth potential

RK Marketing general director Irina Koziy talks about room for growth in the Russian fruit market.

September 14 , 2012

Weather lends a hand to Guatemalan bananas in 2012

Agrofruit's Bernardo Roehrs discusses productivity, social programs and Guatemala's improved weather for bananas.

September 13 , 2012

Peruvian mango industry 'optimistic' for upcoming export deal

The Peruvian mango industry has forecast a sharp uptick in shipments for the 2012-13 season.

September 12 , 2012

Bolivia seeks new banana markets

Argentine trade restrictions have led Bolivia to look for new banana export destinations.

September 12 , 2012

U.S. presidential candidates tout produce credentials

Barack Obama and Mitt Romney gave contrasting responses to produce questions posed by United Fresh.

September 11 , 2012

U.S.: high season port strikes would mean 'big losses' for importers

U.S. East Coast fruit importers have revealed their worries over a potential dock worker strike in October.

September 11 , 2012